Abbott Vital AF 1.2 Cal Tube Feeding Formula

Vital AF 1.2 Cal is a peptide-based, nutritionally complete formula from Abbott designed for patients with malabsorption, maldigestion, or other GI conditions that make standard formulas hard to tolerate. Its partially hydrolyzed protein (peptides plus free amino acids) is easier to digest than intact protein, making it a common choice when clinicians need a formula that supports absorption without sacrificing calorie density.

Each 33.8 oz Ready to Hang carton (item 62715) delivers 1,200 calories at 1.2 calories per mL, so patients meet nutritional goals in less volume — helpful for those who are fluid-restricted or have limited tolerance for larger feeds. The vanilla-flavored formula is intended primarily for tube feeding but is also suitable for oral supplementation. The closed Ready to Hang system reduces handling and touch contamination, which is why it's favored in facilities and by home health providers managing multiple patients.

Buyers typically ask how Vital AF compares to other formulas in the Vital line. The "AF" designation signals a lower-fluid, higher-calorie option at 1.2 Cal, positioned between the standard-strength Vital 1.0 Cal and the more concentrated Vital 1.5 Cal. It's also anti-inflammatory in design, containing a blend of fats including structured lipids and omega-3s to support patients with elevated nutritional needs. If your patient tolerates intact protein and needs maximum calorie density, Pivot 1.5 Cal may be worth comparing as well.

Order full cartons for tube-fed adults who need reliable, easy-to-digest nutrition. As always, confirm the formula selection and feeding rate with the prescribing clinician or dietitian to match the patient's caloric, protein, and fluid requirements.